About Me:
Retired, gardener, photographer, DIYer
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Potting Bench
When we replaced the old front door on our 100 year old home, I couldn't bring myself to throw the old one away. This is how we transformed it into a potting bench with repurposed lumber
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CommentedAbsolutely stunning !!!
Remodeling a dark, dingy kitchen on a low budget
Our kitchen is facing north and has one small window, hence there was not much light. The knotty pine look was getting on my nerves and so did the ugly, red Formica counter top, including
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CommentedWow !! awesome idea on the counter top, sounds easier than painting. Great work !
Gardening: anyone know what this plant is?
My husband brushed up against it, and it "trashed" his forearm. It has been 10 days and the arm is still red and sore and peeling. I have looked into poison ivy, oak, and sumac, and none match. Thanks!
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CommentedTake it (wear gloves and a baggy) to your local extension office!!
Our Super Cheap and Simple Raised Garden Bed
When you've got your mind set on something, things can happen fast! Also, being willing to take less than stellar boards for this type of project can help save money if you ask for a
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CommentedDid that, also I put a 1 inch hole in side corner to put my hose through to hook up to my ...»
Carpenter Bee Trap
I wanted to hold off on posting this until I got some successful responses but it does look like DIY carpenter bee traps work. Google "No Sting Bee Trap" for a video but here are some examples sent to me by folks who've made one themselves.
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CommentedI must give it a try !! thanks
Mason jar chandelier
I wanted a mason jar chandelier, but did not like the prices so my husband made me one for around $30. we went to a local flea market and found the actual light fixture
for $20. We had to make sure that the metal plates under the candles were big enough to hold the jars. purchased the large mouth mason jars at wal mart for $10. we then painted the light fixture, epoxied the metal rings for the jars in the plates under the candles. all toghether less than $32
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CommentedYeppers done one too. I get lots of compliments off it!!
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Eco-friendly floor staining can transform cracks lines from dark to light. Our clients love this floor effect. Do you?
This shows multiple applications of Translucent Brown professional staining material. 2 coats of sealer and 3 coats of wax.
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My Refurbished Furniture
Antique headboard I refinished to go with my decor for my bedroom, and an old white shutter I bought at a yard sale and made into a wall decoration for hanging hats or jewelry or whatever I choose.
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Commentedwow, thanks for the inspiration, been trying to come up with something like that